Requirements for rules

Sec. 3. (a) Rules adopted under this chapter must: (1) include protections for the rights, safety, and welfare of individuals receiving care under this chapter; (2) serve distinct populations, including: (A) the aged; (B) individuals with developmental disabilities; and (C) individuals with physical disabilities; in a manner that recognizes, and appropriately responds to, the particular needs of the population; and (3) otherwise comply with IC 12-10-10, IC 12-10-11.5, and this chapter. (b) Rules adopted under this chapter may not create barriers to the availability of home and community based services under IC 12-10-10 and IC 12-10-11.5 by imposing costly or unduly burdensome requirements on continuum of care providers or other service providers, including: (1) requirements for proof of financial responsibility; and (2) monitoring, enforcement, reporting, or other administrative requirements. [Pre-2026 Revision Citation: 12-10.5-2-3.] As added by P.L.122-2026, SEC.50.